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Starmer Slams Trump as European Frustration Grows

1/25/2026

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Starmer Critiques Trump

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks about European troops in Afghanistan as insulting and appalling.
The backlash signals rising European frustration, including Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel and Britain's veterans minister Alistair Carns.
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev resigned amid speculation about forming a new political party.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance plans to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia to promote a peace agreement.

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Costa Elevates Ties

On January 29, 2025, European Council President Antonio Costa visits Hanoi to elevate ties with Vietnam after Mr. To Lam's re-appointment as general secretary.
The European Union seeks cooperation with Vietnam in technology, energy, and minerals amid US tariff disruptions.
The upgrade is largely symbolic, with high-level meetings and no binding commitments.
The EU pursues trade talks with South American nations and India; Costa will visit India prior to Vietnam.

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Starmer Critiques Trump

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks about European troops in Afghanistan as insulting and appalling.
The backlash signals rising European frustration, including Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel and Britain's veterans minister Alistair Carns.
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev resigned amid speculation about forming a new political party.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance plans to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia to promote a peace agreement.

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